Jackson Police Arrest Suspects Involved in Fatal Gas Station Shooting

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Jackson Police have arrested a woman and are actively searching for a man in connection to a fatal shooting that occurred at a local gas station.

Dakeria HawkinsPhoto byJackon Police Department

Detective Tommie Brown reported that a warrant has been issued for 23-year-old Adrian Sutton, who faces charges of murder. Sutton is considered armed and dangerous, and authorities are urging the public to exercise caution and report any information on his whereabouts.

In connection with the incident, 21-year-old Dakeria Hawkins has been taken into custody and charged with accessory after the fact to murder. Brown confirmed that Hawkins’ involvement is linked to the shooting, which took place at the Texaco station on Medgar Evers Boulevard just after 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 20.

Adrian SuttonPhoto byJackon Police Department

The victim, identified as Jacobi Austin, was pronounced dead at the scene.

Anyone with information about the shooting or the whereabouts of Adrian Sutton is encouraged to contact the Jackson Police Department (JPD) at 601-960-1234 or Crime Stoppers at 601-355-TIPS (8477).